3 Things to Know About Rough Wood and Mousepad Wear

Rough wood acts like sandpaper on a mousepad’s rubber base The surface grinds into soft rubber, especially if you press down hard or move the pad around. Over months, the bottom becomes fuzzy or starts flaking.

Glass is safer because it creates less friction and abrasion Smooth surfaces don’t cause the micro-tears that wood grain or splinters do. Your mousepad’s rubber stays intact much longer on glass.

Protect a nice mousepad by placing something smooth underneath A cutting mat or sheet of paper blocks the rough wood. Cheap pads you replace often won’t matter, but a quality heavy pad will last noticeably longer.